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THUNDER BAY – The Wilderness Discoveery Camp is a special place for Tracy Hurlbert. Hurlbert, who is confined to a wheelchair, has been attending the HAGI Community Services for Independence operated accessible camp for the past 12 years.

THUNDER BAY – Even though it has been a community staple for more than 40 years, the Folklore Festival continues to evolve.

THUNDER BAY - A suspect was able to flee with what is described as a small amount of cash after robbing a north-side sandwich shop. The male entered the Mr. Sub on Red River Road shortly before midnight Friday night and jumped over the counter.

THUNDER BAY - A knife-wielding suspect is being sought in connection with an early morning convenience store robbery. The Mac's location on Oliver Road was robbed shortly after 4:30 a.m.

The next generation appears to be in good hands.

Leo Dube is worried about his future. The Grade 12 Hammarskjold High School student says the threat of a looming teachers' strike is weighing heavy on students, especially those expecting to graduate in June.

THUNDER BAY – A number of city residents turned out to the waterfront to get a relaxing start to their Saturday.

Police have recovered the body of a man believed to have gone through the ice in Eabametoong First Nation.

THUNDER BAY – City MPPs are defending the provincial government’s intention to begin the privatization of Hydro One. Both Michael Gravelle (Lib., Thunder Bay-Superior North) and Bill Mauro (Lib.

Four million dollars will buy a pretty impressive helicopter these days. Wisk Air Helicopters is hoping their new Bell 412 helicopter, one of just 12 in Canada, can play a vital role in opening up the Ring of Fire.